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Understanding the 5 Elements (and why they matter)
The Dr. Shayna Show
44 minutes 23 seconds
7 months ago
Understanding the 5 Elements (and why they matter)
Liz Carter, ND, LAc on IG and Youtube @drlizcarter TCM - Traditional Chinese Medicine is a Westernized form that came out of the Chinese Cultural Revolution in the 1950s which is more physical5 Elements is more spiritual and emotional focusedWood - Fire - Earth - Metal - WaterWe all have a primary (inherited) and a secondary element (learned 2-5 years old)-00:00 - Intro02:00 - The overlap (and lack of) between these methods04:00 - Bringing things into balance05:15 - The Five Elements: Overview14:25 - How this relates to reflux/stomach issues25:00 - Appropriate Nourishment29:00 - How to counteract various elements35:45 - Earth: The “overworked caregiver”41:40 - Final Thoughts
